Abstract: Global physical activity programs may contribute towards a successful ageing. These programs must be adapted to its participants’ characteristics, particularities and necessities. The present paper describes several of the perceptions that aged people have of physical activity, as well as a number of guidelines that should be kept in mind when preparing these proposals. In this way, we will favor that the elderly will be more involved with the programs in which they are enrolled. Consequently, it will promote that they maintain an active and healthy lifestyle which will increase their quality of life.